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Hong Kong and China Gas CoHOKCF 42 EV-to-EBITDA is 13.62 as of Jul. 29, 2026, which is 18% below its 10-year median of 16.64. GuruFocus rates HOKCF with a GF Score™ of 42/100 and a GF Value™ of $0.73 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 12 warning signs investors should review. Among 467 Utilities - Regulated companies, Hong Kong and China Gas Co ranks worse than 75.16% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Hong Kong and China Gas Co's enterprise value is $25,068 Mil.
Hong Kong and China Gas Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $1,840 Mil. Therefore, Hong Kong and China Gas Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 13.62.
The historical rank and industry rank for Hong Kong and China Gas Co's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
HOKCF'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 10.79 Med: 16.64 Max: 21.92
Current: 13.67
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Hong Kong and China Gas Co was 21.92. The lowest was 10.79. And the median was 16.64.
HOKCF's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 75.16% of 467
companies
in the Utilities - Regulated industry
Industry Median: 10.03
vs HOKCF: 13.67
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio to determine the fair market value of a company.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
Hong Kong and China Gas Co (OTCPK:HOKCF) EV-to-EBITDA Explanation
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
Hong Kong and China Gas Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Hong Kong and China Gas Co's share price for today is $0.83035.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Hong Kong and China Gas Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $0.039.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Study has found that the companies with the lowest EV-to-EBITDA outperforms companies measured as cheap by other ratios such as PE Ratio (TTM).
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
For the Utilities - Regulated Gas subindustry, Hong Kong and China Gas Co's EV-to-EBITDA, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBITDA data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Hong Kong and China Gas Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Utilities - Regulated Industry
For the Utilities - Regulated industry and Utilities sector, Hong Kong and China Gas Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Hong Kong and China Gas Co's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Hong Kong and China Gas Co's current Enterprise Value is $25,068 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Hong Kong and China Gas Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $1,840 Mil.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Hong Kong and China Gas Co (HOKCF) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 13.62 as of Jul. 29, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Hong Kong and China Gas Co. This is 18% below median its historical median of 16.64. Over the past decade, Hong Kong and China Gas Co's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 10.79 to 21.92. According to the industry distribution chart, Hong Kong and China Gas Co ranks #351 out of 467 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, placing it in the top 75.2%.
Is Hong Kong and China Gas Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Hong Kong and China Gas Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 13.62 is 18% below median its 10-year median of 16.64. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 10.79 to a high of 21.92. The Utilities - Regulated industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.03. Hong Kong and China Gas Co's value of 13.62 is 35.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hong Kong and China Gas Co ranks #351 out of 467 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Hong Kong and China Gas Co has a GF Score™ of 42/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hong Kong and China Gas Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to ATO and NI?
According to the Utilities - Regulated industry distribution chart, Hong Kong and China Gas Co ranks #351 out of 467 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Hong Kong and China Gas Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.03. Hong Kong and China Gas Co's value of 13.62 is 35.8% above this benchmark. Historically, Hong Kong and China Gas Co's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 10.79 to 21.92 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 16.64 vs. the industry median of 10.03, Hong Kong and China Gas Co has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-EBITDA for an Utilities - Regulated company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Utilities - Regulated companies is 10.03, based on 467 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBITDA significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBITDA should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Hong Kong and China Gas Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 13.62 is 35.8% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-EBITDA mean?
A high EV-to-EBITDA can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Hong Kong and China Gas Co. For the Utilities - Regulated industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.03 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hong Kong and China Gas Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.62, which is 18% below median its own 10-year median of 16.64. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hong Kong and China Gas Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hong Kong and China Gas Co (HOKCF) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $0.73, compared to a current price of $0.83 — trading 13.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.62, which is 18% below median its 10-year median of 16.64 and 35.8% above the Utilities - Regulated industry median of 10.03. Hong Kong and China Gas Co's overall GF Score™ is 42/100 with 12 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Hong Kong and China Gas Co (HOKCF), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.62 as of Jul. 29, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Hong Kong and China Gas Co (HOKCF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hong Kong and China Gas Co stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $0.83 is trading 13.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of $0.73.
GuruFocus considers Hong Kong and China Gas Co to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for HOKCF:
EV-to-EBITDA: 13.62 (18% below median its 10-year median of 16.64)
GF Value™: $0.73 vs. price of $0.83 (13.7% above fair value)
Industry Position: 35.8% above the Utilities - Regulated median (#351 of 467)
No single metric tells the full story. See the HOKCF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Hong Kong and China Gas Co Ltd, is the oldest public utility company in Hong Kong. The company's core business comprises the production and distribution of town gas in Hong Kong, with a monopoly on distribution and retail. The company is also investing in water, upstream gas, and new energies. The Group's principal activities are the production, distribution, and marketing of gas and related products or services, water supply and waste treatment, renewable energy businesses, extended businesses, and fuels businesses (Green Fuels) in Hong Kong and the Chinese mainland. The company operates in three segments: Gas, water and waste treatment, renewable energy, extended businesses, and related businesses, Green Fuels, and Property.
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